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Description Today, United has over 28,000 active flight attendants. We are the largest airline in the world with the most expansive network and we are growing faster than we have ever grown. We do not require special schooling or a college degree for this job and you will be fully trained by United. Your United journey begins with the best Flight Attendant training in the industry. You will spend 6.5 weeks attending Initial Training in Houston, TX. Here you will learn United’s safety and service standards. During training, you will be assigned your base in one of our seven hubs in Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, Washington Dulles, or one of our other flight attendant base locations (relocation funds not provided). Following the successful completion of training and after attending base orientation in your assigned location, you will be officially welcomed as a full-time United employee. While in training, United provides a stipend of $140 per week, along with dual occupancy hotel accommodations, breakfast, and either lunch or dinner (dependent on your training schedule). Travel Privileges: Fly around the world on United and bring your loved ones! Outstanding Benefits: 401(k), health/dental/vision insurance and an Employee Assistance Plan for you and your family. Paid time off for sick and vacation. Starting hourly flight pay: $28.88/hour with top of base scale at $67.11/hour. Seniority-based pay increases and additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips. In-flight Crew member proficiencies: Safety First: Ensure the highest levels of safety. A “People-First” demeanor: Ability to adapt/respond to different types of customer-facing scenarios. A passion to serve with optimism and positivity. Direct engagement with customers through outstanding interpersonal skills, good judgment, and ability to resolve issues with understanding, compassion, and grace. Influence customer loyalty through excellent service. Represent United with pride and distinction. Flexibility: United’s flight attendants are available for global assignments 24/7, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours. You may fulfill reserve assignments on short notice and be away from your base for days at a time. Dependability and timeliness are critical to success in this role and to operating our schedule and meeting customer expectations. Team Player: Consistent track record of working independently as well as as part of the team. Turn dreams into reality: Have fun, travel the world, explore new cultures, and craft memorable experiences for every customer, every flight, every day. The Job Posting End Date is 9/29/2025. Qualifications Qualifications and Requirements include: 21 years of age or older at time of application High school graduate or GED; 2 or more years of college preferred At least one year of customer service experience in the service industry (such as retail, hospitality, food, teaching/education, aviation, social service) Must be able to speak in a clear, concise, and organized manner, loudly enough to be heard in an emergency Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English fluently Must be able to read and speak Italian fluently Ability to hear all types and ranges of sound Effectively communicate in high-stress situations such as aircraft evacuation, security threats, delays, medical emergencies, severe weather conditions, and turbulence Professional appearance, grooming standards, and willingness to follow uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines Tattoos are not permitted on the head, hands, or neck. Visible tattoos may be on arms, wrists, legs, or feet but must be within size limits and not offensive Decorative covers and jewelry on teeth or in the mouth are not permitted Ability to proficiently operate electronic devices Must possess a valid passport prior to application with 18 months validity remaining Current physical possession of valid U.S. passport book or foreign passport book with applicable visas and eligibility to travel globally without restrictions. Passport must have at least 18 months remaining validity at time of application. Ability to travel to and from all countries United serves without restrictions To see the full list of countries United serves, visit our FAQ here. Destinations list is subject to change. Applicants are responsible for verifying travel eligibility. Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects (up to 250 lbs.), and push/pull beverage carts Ability to pass a functional reach assessment Ability to sit in an assigned jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened Required to serve and/or sell food and beverages (including alcohol) in a diligent and professional manner Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule in support of United’s 24/7 operation What you can expect during onboarding and training Flight attendant trainees must successfully complete an evacuation drill in the water (pool) during training Must be willing to complete pre-employment DOT drug screen, comprehensive background checks, fingerprinting, and vision/hearing tests Must be able to pass DOT/FAA pre-employment and randomized drug screens. Medical and recreational marijuana is prohibited Must be able to pass a 10-year background check. Background must not prohibit travel to or from anywhere United flies Meet hearing and vision requirements as established by the FAA and United Airlines What you receive for delivering your best Competitive compensation package including pay, benefits, and travel privileges Additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips Benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation and sick time Flight privileges for you and your eligible family and friends Inclusive uniform standards and a commitment to safety and cleanliness During training, a $140/week stipend, accommodations, meals, and a $1,000 bonus upon successful training completion To learn more about the flight attendant position and hiring process, click here. Please be advised that the above is not the official overview of qualifications/requirements of the flight attendant position. View the Official United Airlines Flight Attendant Job Description The starting rate for this role is $28.88. This is a bonus eligible position (i.e., profit sharing). We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement). United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Airlines

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